By Car Accident Lawyer

According to the Daily Press, on June 24, 2010, a single-vehicle accident with a fatality occurred on the Eastern Shore of Virginia (VA).

State police in Parksley investigated the crash, at which one man was pronounced dead at the scene. He appeared to have been pinned beneath an overturned car near the intersection of Bailey and Fisher roads. The accident occurred at approximately 7:15 am.

Sgt. Michelle Cotten stated that, at the time of the report, investigators had not yet determined the cause of the crash, and were keeping the victim’s identify confidential for the time being.

Our condolences go out to the friends and family of this unknown man. Unfortunately, car accidents are an all too common phenomena in which precious loved ones can be lost. In order to spare those you care about the pain of such loss, always take precautions while driving. Allow enough time to get to your destination, and don’t forget to factor in extra time in inclement weather.

In cases where the car accident is caused by another driver, you may have a case against him or her for what is known as “wrongful death.” In instances such as these, you may be eligible to sue for compensation that includes the loss of that loved one’s income and companionship, as well as punitive damages. These are damages intended to punish a person for wrongdoing. If you feel that you may have a car accident death case, contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible.

About the Editors: Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton is a Virginia injury law firm whose attorneys handle Eastern Shore VA injury lawsuits. Our lawyers have provided legal advice and representation for thousands of victims of car and truck accidents, including many on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. We are familiar with Route 13, including people from Accomack, Onancock, Chincoteauge, Wachapreague, and Cape Charles, Bloxom, Eastville, Exmore, Greenbackville, Machipongo, Mappsville, Melfa, Nassawadox, Onley, Tangier, Temperanceville, Wachapreague, and Wallops Island. Our injury attorneys also host an extensive injury law video library on Youtube. Rick Shapiro and James Lewis were included in the 2011 issue of Best Lawyers in America. They, along with fellow attorney John M. Cooper, were also named 2010 Virginia “Super Lawyers” for Personal Injury Law; fewer than 5 percent of outstanding lawyers receive this designation. Check out our case results to see for yourself. Though not every case meets our criteria, we offer free, initial consultations. Give us a call at (800) 752-0042. If you can’t get through due to high call volume, please leave a message and we will return your call promptly.